How long does it take from Rajouri Garden to Central Secretariat by metro?

The journey from Rajouri Garden to Central Secretariat takes approximately 46 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 19.08 km across 12 stops.

What is the metro fare from Rajouri Garden to Central Secretariat?

The token fare from Rajouri Garden to Central Secretariat is ₹40. With a smart card the fare is ₹36 (save ₹4). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹32.

Which platform at Rajouri Garden for Central Secretariat?

At Rajouri Garden, board from Platform 2 (elevated station). The train runs towards Shiv Vihar. Look for the electronic board showing "Shiv Vihar".

What is the last train from Rajouri Garden to Central Secretariat?

The last train from Rajouri Garden towards Shiv Vihar departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Central Secretariat back towards Rajouri Garden departs at 23:20.

How many stops from Rajouri Garden to Central Secretariat?

There are 12 stops between Rajouri Garden and Central Secretariat on the Pink Line. The stations are: Rajouri Garden, Mayapuri, Naraina Vihar, Delhi Cantonment, Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus, Sir M. Visveshwaraiah Moti Bagh, Bhikaji Cama Place, Sarojini Nagar, INA.

Rajouri Garden To Central Secretariat

ShortestShortest Route

Rajouri Garden

blue interchange

Platform 2·elevated·Pink LineTowards Shiv Vihar

First train: 06:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Mayapuri

+2.74 min

2.74 min · 1.23 km

Naraina Vihar

+6.04 min

3.3 min · 1.54 km

Bhikaji Cama Place

+25.06 min

5.03 min · 2.49 km

Sarojini Nagar

+27.67 min

2.61 min · 1.16 km

INA

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 4·underground14.37 km

First train: 05:53Last train: 23:20

interchange INA — 5 min

Platform 4 · Yellow Line ·Platform 1 Towards Samaypur Badli

+5 min

INA

pink interchange

Platform 1·underground·Yellow LineTowards Samaypur Badli

First train: 06:29Last train: 23:33Doors open: right

Jor Bagh

+3.08 min

3.08 min · 1.42 km

Lok Kalyan Marg

+6.16 min

3.08 min · 1.42 km

Udyog Bhawan

+9.24 min

3.08 min · 1.42 km

Central Secretariat

violet interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground4.71 km

First train: 06:32Last train: 23:36

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

46 min

Total time

stops

19.08 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Rajouri Garden	06:00	23:00	Towards Shiv Vihar
Central Secretariat	06:32	23:36	Towards Rajouri Garden

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

₹40

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹36

Save ₹4 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹32

Save ₹8 per ride

Use your Delhi Metro smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

2.58 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.18 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~76 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹40

Bike

₹124

Auto

₹258

Cab

₹470

Estimates for 19.08 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Departure station

Rajouri Garden

elevated

Weekdays: 06:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 06:00)

Zone 1 · 5 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsATMDrinking water

Arrival station

Central Secretariat

underground

Rafi Marg, Central Secretariat, New Delhi 110011

Weekdays: 05:51 – 23:43(Sundays from 06:16)

Zone 1 · 5 entry points

Key exits

Rafi Marg / Parliament Street· Sansad Marg, Rail Bhawan♿

South Block / Vijay Chowk· South Block PMO, Vijay Chowk♿

Shastri Bhawan / Dr. Rajendra Prasad Road· Shastri Bhawan, Ministry of Education♿

Rajpath (Kartavya Path)· India Gate, National War Memorial♿

Gate 4 (Rajpath/Kartavya Path) is the closest metro exit to India Gate — 10-min walk east along the path. Gate 2 for South Block and Vijay Chowk. Violet Line here connects you to Lajpat Nagar, Nehru Place and Faridabad.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsATMDrinking water